Slot canyon and Sand Pipes

This morning, large clouds mixed with sun filled the sky. A quick stop at the ranger station to check the weather and we were told we had about a two hour window before possible showers. Our destination was Willis Creek slot canyon. We had to drive on a dirt road for six miles and make two water crossings. This was not a place you wanted to be in the rain; even with a 4wd vehicle. We arrived and the trail took us down into a creekbed. We had to continuously crisscrossed the creek. Stepping on rocks or sometimes just walking in the water. It was no more than three inches deep in places. As we ventured farther down the creek, the walls became taller and space more narrow. The swirls and smooth shapes of the stone walls were evidence of millions of years of water erosion. It was amazing. We hiked almost two miles. Upon our return, we had a few sun showers and noticed the water levels were a bit higher. It must have rained up north.
Back to our place for lunch and a nap.
The afternoon took us to Kodachrome State Park. This area has geologic formations not found anywhere else in the area. Sand Pipes are petrified sandstone that formed as self-standing pillars or on the side of the cliffs. Multiple colors striped the landscape. We also hikes to the only arch in the park. This park is a hidden gem in the area and not highly visited compared to Bryce Canyon. It was a beautiful area.
Final stop at the i.d.k.BBQ trailer for delicious ribs and brisket. While waiting for food, a beautiful rainbow filled the sky. What a day!!!!!!








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